What does the cryptic crossword clue "Skip Wee Stinker, inverting riddle's outer limits (7)" mean?

The definition is "Skip". The wordplay uses a reversal. SCAMP (synonym="‘wee stinker’ – an annoying child") + ER (synonym="ER") = SCAMPER; definition: "Skip" The answer is SCAMPER.

Skip Wee Stinker, inverting riddle's outer limits (7)

Guardian Cryptic #28952 | 4 Down | 2022-12-28 flower

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